Senior Transportation Security Supervisor

TSA Careers Center; Arcadia (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Arcadia is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead the screening operations and manage daily decisions across checkpoints and baggage areas. You will supervise Officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are executed accurately and efficiently.

The role demands sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience leading teams of Transportation Security Officers or Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Ability to distribute workloads, train staff, and address routine workplace concerns.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on and checked baggage screening operations.
• Assign work, set priorities, and coordinate employee rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and operational information.
• Review performance and provide coaching and development feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership as needed.
• Suggest improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Skills

Supervision

Staff coordination

Decision making

Security procedures

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Arcadia is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead the screening operations and manage daily decisions across checkpoints and baggage areas. You will supervise Officers, coordinate staffing, and ensure security procedures are executed accurately and efficiently.

The role demands sound judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and security incidents.